"Over 200,000 Victorians are struggling with unemployment, and these are the type of investments that will create jobs so families can start paying the bills.

“The VTHC will continue to work with the Andrews Labor Government to ensure that infrastructure projects provide work for local businesses and critical jobs for Victorians”.

The VTHC has been advocating for a greater investment in infrastructure for the last four years. The need for fast-tracked infrastructure projects was a key message in last years state election campaign.

"Not only will these level crossing removals create much-needed jobs, but they will also get workers home to their families faster and more safely.